Comedian Shyam Rangeela to Challenge PM Modi in Varanasi Elections admin, May 1, 2024 Rangeela announced his excitement for contesting elections from Varanasi and expressed gratitude for the love and support he has received. He mentioned his plans to share his views and nomination through a video message after reaching Varanasi. In an earlier post, Rangeela explained his decision to contest elections in Varanasi due to uncertainty about other candidates withdrawing their nominations. During a media interview, Rangeela spoke about his previous support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his decision to run as an independent candidate in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. He stated that his candidacy would provide the people of Varanasi with an alternative option when voting. Additionally, Rangeela posed a question to his social media followers about whether he should file his nomination as an Independent candidate from Varanasi, seeking their input. (Note: This story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed, except for the headline.) Varanasi